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Magnificent Mavora. South Mavora Lake Loop Track
I recently had a friend visit from overseas and we needed a hike to do in a place she had never been before. Along with...
8 May 2026
A Salute to Canterbury - Christchurch to Cook & Everything In Between
Canterbury is almost greedy with how much it has to offer. From the deep blues of Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean to t...
6 Jun 2025
Training Days - Kepler Track / Waiau River / Lake Te Anau
In less than two months I will embark on another journey to the mountainous land of magic known as Nepal. This time last...
16 Sep 2024
Two Dogs, a Lake, And Te Whanau (Part Two) - South Mavora Lake Track
I had my whanau by my side when I went on my injury journey, and I needed their company when the road to recovery got ch...
17 Apr 2024
Two Dogs, a Lake, And Te Whanau (Part One) - Te Anau to South Mavora Lake Track
When times are tough, having your whanau on your side can be lifesaving. I have no idea how I would have dealt with my h...
16 Apr 2024